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Gong Cha

131 - 610 6th St, New Westminster · Restaurant

Official record from Fraser Health →

Inspection summary

Gong Cha has been inspected 6 times by Fraser Health Authority since July 15, 2024. The most recent inspection, on June 18, 2026, recorded 1 infraction.

2 of 6 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 1 infraction recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Food temperature control, Cleaning and sanitizing and Food source, labelling and allergens.

The number of infractions per inspection has stayed roughly the same over time.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their violations differently, so we group them by what they mean for food safety. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Bacteria multiply fastest between about 4 °C and 60 °C (40 °F to 140 °F). Inspectors check that cold food stays cold, hot food stays hot, cooked food is cooled quickly, and that staff have accurate thermometers. Temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning, so these are treated as critical findings.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 24, 2025. For example: 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]

  • Cleaning and sanitizingHigher risk

    Anything that touches food, such as cutting boards, dishes and utensils, must be washed, rinsed and sanitized. Inspectors check dishwasher temperatures, sanitizer strength and how wiping cloths are stored. Poor sanitizing lets bacteria survive from one use to the next.

    Recorded once on October 4, 2024. For example: 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]

  • Food source, labelling and allergensHigher risk

    Food must come from approved suppliers, stay in labelled containers and be thrown out when it is spoiled or damaged, such as dented or swollen cans. Labelling matters for allergies: an unlabelled container can hide an allergen.

    Recorded once on October 4, 2024. For example: 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be smooth and clean, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate food-safety risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on June 18, 2026. For example: 101 - Plans/construction/alterations not in accordance with the Regulation [s. 3; s. 4]

  • Other findingsLower risk

    Findings that do not fit the categories above, such as follow-ups that confirm an earlier violation was corrected, or requirements specific to this type of facility.

    Recorded once on September 24, 2025. For example: 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]

About this data

These results come from Fraser Health Authority, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

6 inspections

  1. Routine Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 101 - Plans/construction/alterations not in accordance with the Regulation [s. 3; s. 4]
      • Observation: 1)There's a hammering noise when the hot water tap is turned on at the hand sink in the back kitchen
      • 2) Pan collecting water noted under the cooler in the FOH. Some water noted on the floor as well.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Get the issue addressed. Operator mentioned that a plumber will be onsite on June 29th.
      • 2) If the leak issue has been resolved, remove the pan from underneath the cooler and wipe the floor.
      • Violation Score: 1
  2. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Stuffed buns in the blue mini fridge were at 7 degC. The thermostat was adjusted during inspection.
      • Corrective Action(s): Ensure that the mini fridge can maintain a temperature of 4 degC or below at all times.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Discussed dishwashing procedures with staff on duty. She mentioned that dishes are not sanitized prior to air drying.
      • 2) The sanitizer bucket at the FOH and BOH did not have adequate sanitizer in them.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Dishes must be washed with detergent in the first sink, rinsed in the 2nd and sanitized in the 3rd, prior to air drying. Train staff on this. Also, show them how much sanitizer to add to water in the 3rd sink.
      • 2) Train staff to measure the right amount of sanitizer when making the solution. Follow instructions on the sanitizer bottle i.e. 8mL in 4L water for 200ppm Quats.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 502 - In operator’s absence, no staff on duty has FOODSAFE Level 1 or equivalent [s. 10(2)]
      • Observation: There was only one staff working at the time of inspection and they did not have Foodsafe Level 1 or equivalent certification.
      • Corrective Action(s): In operator's absense, at least one staff on duty must be certified.
      • Violation Score: 1
  3. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

  4. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 205 - Cold potentially hazardous food stored/displayed above 4 °C. [s. 14(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): Cooked pearls had no time stamp.
      • Corrective Action(s): Cooked pearls MUST be time-stamped if they are to be stored at room temperature. They must be discarded after 4 hours.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 301 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not maintained in sanitary condition [s. 17(1)]
      • Observation: Ice machine had some mold building up inside.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove the ice and properly clean and sanitize the machine. The ice machine must be cleaned regularly.
      • Violation Score: 5
      • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): 1) Sanitizer bucket in the FOH had no detectable sanitizer in it. Wiping cloths were stored on countertops.
      • 2) There's only 1 sink plug. Proper dishwashing procedures should be followed.
      • Corrective Action(s): 1) Refresh sanitizer solution regularly. Store all cloths in the sanitizer solution.
      • 2) Get 2 more sink plugs to help with proper dishwashing.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 101 - Plans/construction/alterations not in accordance with the Regulation [s. 3; s. 4]
      • Observation: There's plastic covering the wall behind the 3-compartment sink.
      • Corrective Action(s): Remove the plastic. Provide caulking along the edge of the 3-compartment sink and hand sink.
      • Violation Score: 1
      • 212 - Operator has not provided acceptable written food handling procedures [s. 23]
      • Observation: Kimbab has been added to the menu.
      • Corrective Action(s): Update your FSP to include any new menu items.
      • Violation Score: 1
  5. Routine Inspection

    2 infractions

    • 302 - Equipment/utensils/food contact surfaces not properly washed and sanitized [s. 17(2)]
      • Observation (CORRECTED DURING INSPECTION): There's no available sanitizer in the front of house (FOH).
      • Corrective Action(s): Provide sanitizer in the FOH as well as the back.
      • Violation Score: 5
    • 208 - Foods obtained from unapproved sources [s. 11]
      • Observation: Operator has added corn dogs, egg tarts, and buns to their menu. She did not have receipts for the products onsite.
      • Corrective Action(s): Email me copies of the receipts. These foods must be picked up cold at the source, transported cold i.e. inside coolers with ice packs then placed inside the coolers in the restaurant on arrival.
      • Violation Score: 3
      • 212 - Operator has not provided acceptable written food handling procedures [s. 23]
      • Observation: New menu items have been added without approval i.e. corn dogs, stuffed buns
      • Corrective Action(s): Update your FSP and submit it to me for review. Include transportation and reheating procedures as discussed.
      • Violation Score: 1
  6. Follow-Up Inspection

    0 infractions

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